Life-threatening chlorpromazine-induced acquired haemophilia A in a patient with a cavernous malformation involving the medulla oblongata - 30/11/22

Abstract |
Introduction |
Chlorpromazine is a commonly used drug in several medical conditions associated with a wide range of side effects. Few cases of hemostatic disorder have been reported in the literature.
Case report |
A 39-year-old man had previously been diagnosed with a cavernous malformation of the medulla oblongata. Chlorpromazine was started to treat persistent hiccups. Twenty days later, the patient presented hepatitis and a pruritic rash. Haemostasis tests revealed a prolonged partial thromboplastin time associated with isolated decrease of factor VIII level and anti-factor VIII antibodies. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed recent asymptomatic bleeding. Introduction of eptacog alfa and prednisone allowed clinical and biological improvement as well as a prolonged remission after 12 months of follow-up.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Autoimmunity, Chlorpromazine, Acquired haemophilia A, Haemostasis, Iatrogenic disease
Plan
Vol 43 - N° 12
P. 739-742 - décembre 2022 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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